I love the fact that you reviewed the SE model. The SE is practical for the average person looking to buy and save some money on a brand-new car who doesn't need all the bells and whistles.
Appreciate showing base trims, so often you only see reviews of Limiteds! That said, the SE price has increased a ton, I think the SEL is the better value and Hyundai is really pushing you to it IMO.
Honestly, this is the only trim/spec that makes sense for the money. Anything higher and i would grab a Maverick or conventional midsized truck. Cloth seats for the win!
Great review. I think Hyundai is hitting it out of the park with the Santa Cruz! Some of my fellow Ford fans will probably not agree that this is a better option than the Maverick. Reason being there is no Hybrid option.
@@Nathdood That was my point. Getting rid of the second row of seats, and leaving just a foot of extra storage, would allow for a 6', or maybe even 6.5' bed.
@@CarsMadeSimple bro don’t even worry about that! We don’t care obviously but I get what you’re saying Make a short about that one! All features in and out etc… that’ll honestly do if you don’t mind
@CarsMadeSimple looking forward to the 2025 SEL Activity AWD video. In 24 vs 25 side by side comparison video I seen you show a quick snap of the sticker.
I love the fact that you reviewed the SE model. The SE is practical for the average person looking to buy and save some money on a brand-new car who doesn't need all the bells and whistles.
Appreciate showing base trims, so often you only see reviews of Limiteds! That said, the SE price has increased a ton, I think the SEL is the better value and Hyundai is really pushing you to it IMO.
I would agree with that. It's the better value play at this point for the dollar.
It’s a fun and comfortable pickup to drive. Perfect for weekend barbecue and/or fishing.
Honestly, this is the only trim/spec that makes sense for the money. Anything higher and i would grab a Maverick or conventional midsized truck. Cloth seats for the win!
I have the 2023 and love it. Looking for the 2025 in white. Can’t find one 🤷♀️
great video
Much better changes in the 25 models. I like that
Luv my 2025 Santa Cruz sel AWD. N/a.
Nice review and nice updates for $30k 👍
Great review. I think Hyundai is hitting it out of the park with the Santa Cruz! Some of my fellow Ford fans will probably not agree that this is a better option than the Maverick. Reason being there is no Hybrid option.
Too bad the hybrid is only FWD. They're updating that for '25 though
Wow~ The car looks nice. I want it.
How much space does the second row take? 3'? More? I am waiting for a true compact truck with a single row of seats, 6" or so behind, and a 6.5' bed.
its a 4' bed, so already doesnt work for you. Sounds like you need a regular-cab Ranger or older regular-cab tacoma
@@Nathdood That was my point. Getting rid of the second row of seats, and leaving just a foot of extra storage, would allow for a 6', or maybe even 6.5' bed.
Perfect, thanks. I'm 5' 11" and my son is 5' 7" so I imagine he'd fit similarly behind me. Great video. Thanks
I would believe so! I generally have my seat slightly more reclined than the average person which means the leg room is less in the back.
Thanks for reviewing a base model man. You said you have about 3 inches behind the drivers seat adjusted to you. How tall are you?
5' 9"
Deciding between this one or the Kia Sportage.
If you need a truck bed, definitely get this one
Where’s that sel activity video though? 🙏🏾🙏🏾
A black one arrived at the same time as this one but I'd really like to feature a different color 😅
@@CarsMadeSimple bro don’t even worry about that! We don’t care obviously but I get what you’re saying
Make a short about that one!
All features in and out etc… that’ll honestly do if you don’t mind
@CarsMadeSimple looking forward to the 2025 SEL Activity AWD video. In 24 vs 25 side by side comparison video I seen you show a quick snap of the sticker.
I'm ready to purchase a 2025 sel activity I do believe.
How many bags of mulch will fit in that bed?
....did they fix the DCT🧐
This trim does not have the DCT
You don't want that DCT
@@GBR1111-x2t nope..... Hard pass on the dct i drive to much